Child Obesity, plaguing the nation for the future America

Child Obesity, plaguing the nation for the future America: an in-depth study Jonathan Obesity, like other health- related behaviors is one of the chief causes for disability (Hill 5). It is associated with heart disease, heart stroke, high blood pressure, and even cancer…

Introduction

Excessive body fat means that more than 27% body fat for men and more than 22% for women this is for adults (Fletcher, 66). This condition then impairs the health of an individual. Body mass index is calculated by dividing the weight in kilograms by the height in meters squared. Without a doubt, obesity is a prevalent problem that is detrimental to society and must be addressed for the health and the wealth of the future generations. Obesity is not a simple disease resulted from one factor. But it is rather a chronic condition that develops as a result of genetic, behavioral and environmental factors. Factors influencing the occurrence of obesity in children are different among each child. a study by Meyer and Stunkard (1994) found in Bouchard, Claude. The Genetics of obesity, suggests that children from overweight parents are more likely to be obese themselves as genetic and dietary factors are one of the main causes of obesity (Fletcher, 88). Moreover, unhealthy home environments can also lead to obesity. For example the education system and the food industry clearly promote an unhealthy eating habits couple with no physical activity for children. ...

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